Thoughts on Venetian Cuisine
February 11th 2010 17:42
Images stay with me. I absolutely want a steamed mussel right now finished off with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. And why not? It's because of this book that I'm also desiring an artichoke made the old way- steamed with a dressing of lemon and olive oil.
So strong is my desire for an artichoke that anything else seems inferior. I passed by an opened candy bar sitting on the table. A good Mediterranean cookbook is a more effective diet helper than all the will power I can muster.
I suddenly find that I want to know more about Venetian cuisine. What makes it tick? I found a series of rather dry articles online. I won't go into details. Telling me that they eat fresh vegetables and like pasta and risotto. But I read that about practically every area in Italy and aside from the statement about the pasta, the info could apply to any Mediterranean country.
No, the cookbook I found was much better. It brought the food and the place to life. And now? Now I want to pay Venice a visit if for nothing else but to eat some of the mussels...and I know that the city itself will hold many other charms besides the cuisine. These moments are exactly what make me hit the kitchen.
Interested in the book? It's called Venezia: Food and Dreams. Appropriate title, no?
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Comment by Chris Champion
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I took a quick break from work to read this, and now my ability to concentrate is ruined. I want to be in a kitchen, any kitchen, with your book.
Happy fooding,
Chris
Comment by Katherine Huether
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Thanks for the feedback! My imagination is a powerful muse when I'm cooking - sounds like it's the same for you.
I went back through and added the cookbook title. I can't believe I left it out!
Best,
Katherine